Rx for landscape woes: Water trees and shrubs, not lawn

High temperatures and low rainfall in the Northeast are taking a toll on plants, shrubs and lawns. Here are things you can do to stay green. (Aug. 5, 2010)

Protein helps prevent damaged DNA in yeast

Like a scout that runs ahead to spot signs of damage or danger, a protein in yeast safeguards the yeast cells' genome during replication, according to new Cornell research. (July 30, 2010)

Shelton elected Entomological Society of America fellow

One of 10 new fellows, Tony Shelton will be formally recognized during the society's annual meeting, Dec. 12-15, in San Diego. (July 30, 2010)

Scavenger hunt gives New Yorkers taste of Governors Island beauty and history

On July 24, more than 260 people scrambled around Governors Island in a Cooperative Extension-New York City-organized scavenger hunt to learn about the island's history and natural beauty. (July 30, 2010)

In the 'neck' of time: Scientists unravel key evolutionary trait leading to better brain power

By deciphering the genetics in humans and fish, scientists believe that the neck gave humans so much freedom of movement that it played a surprising role in the evolution of the human brain. (July 28, 2010)

Shoals class experiment analyzes seaweed harvested for cosmetics and cattle food

Students explore sustainable harvest in a seaweed species that also serves as habitat for 60 other species during a class at Shoals Marine Lab. (July 23, 2010)

New $1.5 million bee database will help track declines, pollination and more

The project will consolidate data from 10 natural history bee collections across the United States - including Cornell's estimated 250,000 specimen collection.

Cornell a top contributor of graduates to Teach For America

With 60 Cornell graduates joining Teach For America in 2010, Cornell ranks third among large colleges and universities contributing the greatest number of graduating seniors. (July 21, 2010)

Administrators give comptroller candidate overview of CU

Cornell administrators gave Harry Wilson, the Republican candidate for New York state comptroller, an overview of the university when he visited campus July 13. (July 21, 2010)